Whether people rely on a bus to run errands, get to and from work or to take their children between school and home, these large vehicles are viewed as an efficient way to transport numerous passengers at one time. While many residents in Massachusetts will ride on...
Bus Accidents
Holding a negligent bus driver liable following a crash
For some, buses are a very reliable and necessary form of transportation. Whether you are taking a bus to and from school, for tourism or your daily commute, these large vehicles have the ability to transport numerous passengers to and from several destinations. While...
Fatal school bus accidents are considered rare
While school age students in Massachusetts have been out of school for a few weeks now, they might be attending summer school. Therefore, parents still rely on a school bus to get their children to and from their home. While this is an effective mode of...
Vicarious liability in a bus accident
Buses are a useful form of transportation, and several residents in Massachusetts rely on buses to get to and from school or work. While these vehicles are considered an efficient and relatively safe type of public transportation, buses occasionally present dangers to...
Helping victims of bus accidents seek compensation for damages
As a previous post here discussed, bus safety is an important topic. While onboard video systems help to address passenger safety issues and assist with accident investigations following a bus crash, there is always a concern that a negligent bus driver will be in...
Could an onboard video system improve bus safety?
Whether it's a public transit bus, school bus or a bus used for tours or private carriers, there are many safety concerns for bus passengers in Massachusetts and elsewhere. Although bus drivers are trained to safely operate these large vehicles and safety features are...
What are the opposing claims for seatbelt use on school busses?
When it comes to school bus safety, Massachusetts's parents of school-aged children are concerned whether proper safety protocols are being followed. And while much debate has surrounded the issue regarding seatbelts on school busses, it is important that parents,...
School bus seat belt requirements in Massachusetts
Parents across the nation seek to ensure that their children are safe. This includes making sure that their children get to and from school in a safe manner. Not all parents are able to pick up and drop off their children, so school buses are relied upon by...
What are the potentially fatal risks for bus drivers?
Ensuring that a bus driver is properly trained is only part of the task to ensure bus safety for passengers and other travelers on the roadways. It is important to understand all the risks bus drivers could encounter while driving in order to avoid serious injuries...
Students injured in a minor school bus accident in New Bedford
A previous post here discussed school bus safety and how this is addressed for students in Massachusetts and elsewhere. While several measures have been taken to increase the safety of children riding the school bus to and from school, making it presumably a safer...